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Discount Calculator

Calculate how much you save with discounts and the final price you pay.

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Percentage discount on original price

Savings Summary

Enter original price and discount rate.

Discount Calculation Formula

Basic Discount Formula:
Discount Amount = (Original Price × Discount %) / 100
The amount of money you save
Final Price = Original Price - Discount Amount
The price you actually pay
Real-World Example:

Scenario: Jeans originally priced at ₹2,000 with 30% discount

  • Step 1: Discount = (₹2,000 × 30) / 100 = ₹600
  • Step 2: Final = ₹2,000 - ₹600 = ₹1,400
  • Result: You pay ₹1,400 and save ₹600

Types of Discounts

Retailers use various discount strategies to attract customers. Understanding each type helps you make smart shopping decisions.

Discount Type Description Example
Percentage Discount Reduction as % of original price (most common) 30% off ₹1,000 = Pay ₹700
Flat Discount Fixed amount reduction regardless of price ₹200 off ₹1,000 = Pay ₹800
Buy 1 Get 1 Second item free (50% off if same price) ₹500 per item × 2 = Pay ₹500 (one free)
Bulk Discount Greater discount for larger quantities 10 items: 20% off | 50 items: 35% off
Volume Discount Lower per-unit price when buying more ₹10/unit (100+), ₹12/unit (50-99)
Seasonal Discount Special offers during specific seasons/festivals Diwali sale: 40-60% off on electronics
Coupon Discount Applied with coupon code (can be % or flat) Code "SAVE20" = 20% off any purchase
Member Discount Exclusive deals for loyalty program members Gold members: Additional 15% off sale items

Real-World Discount Examples

Example 1: Electronics During Sale

Scenario: Smartphone originally ₹25,000 with 25% discount during clearance sale

  • Original Price: ₹25,000
  • Discount %: 25%
  • Savings: (₹25,000 × 25) / 100 = ₹6,250
  • Final Price: ₹25,000 - ₹6,250 = ₹18,750

Smart tip: Add GST (18%) to final price. Total = ₹22,125 (still less than original).

Example 2: Clothing - Multiple Discount Types

Scenario: T-shirt ₹800, store offers "Buy 2 Get 15% Off"

  • Original: ₹800 × 2 = ₹1,600
  • Discount (15%): (₹1,600 × 15) / 100 = ₹240
  • Final Price: ₹1,600 - ₹240 = ₹1,360
  • Per T-shirt: ₹680 (normally ₹800)

Bulk deals often provide better per-unit pricing than single purchases.

Example 3: Flat Discount vs Percentage

Scenario: Grocery store offers "₹500 off" OR "40% off" on ₹1,500 purchase

  • Option A: Flat ₹500 off → Pay ₹1,000 (saves ₹500)
  • Option B: 40% off → (₹1,500 × 40) / 100 = ₹600 off → Pay ₹900 (saves ₹600)
  • Better Deal: 40% discount saves ₹100 more

Always calculate both options on high-value purchases to find the best deal.

Example 4: Layered Discounts (Sequential)

Scenario: Online store offers "20% discount + Additional 10% on orders ₹5,000+"

  • Original: ₹5,000
  • Step 1: Apply 20% discount → ₹5,000 - (₹5,000 × 20%) = ₹4,000
  • Step 2: Apply 10% on ₹4,000 → ₹4,000 - (₹4,000 × 10%) = ₹3,600
  • Total Savings: ₹1,400 (28% effective discount, NOT 30%)

Multiple discounts are applied sequentially. Final discount is less than sum of percentages.

Smart Shopping & Discount Tips

Before Buying:
  • ✓ Verify original price - check price history on websites
  • ✓ Check MRP vs selling price - discount on actual market price
  • ✓ Compare unit prices - bulk may be deceptively priced
  • ✓ Look for hidden costs - delivery, taxes, service charges
  • ✓ Calculate final cost - include GST/taxes after discount
  • ✓ Set price alerts - monitor price drops over time
Smart Strategies:
  • ✓ Buy 1 Get 1 = 50% off (if items same price)
  • ✓ Seasonal sales (Jan, Jul) offer deeper discounts
  • ✓ Use cashback cards - extra 2-5% off discounted price
  • ✓ Combine coupons with sales - maximize savings
  • ✓ Join loyalty programs - members get exclusive deals
  • ✓ Bulk buying - larger quantities often cheaper per unit

When to Use This Calculator

Quick Shopping Checks:
  • ✓ Verify final price in store instantly
  • ✓ Compare discounts between products
  • ✓ Budget planning for purchases
  • ✓ Understand actual savings amount
  • ✓ Calculate bulk purchase savings
Business Applications:
  • ✓ Calculate retailer discount impact on profit
  • ✓ Plan pricing strategies for products
  • ✓ Set promotional discount rates
  • ✓ Compare competitor pricing structures
  • ✓ Analyze discount effectiveness

Frequently Asked Questions

To calculate percentage discount: (1) Take the original price, (2) Multiply by discount percentage, (3) Divide by 100 to get discount amount, (4) Subtract from original price to get final price. Formula: Discount Amount = (Price × %) / 100; Final = Price - Discount Amount. Example: ₹1,000 with 20% discount = (1000 × 20) / 100 = ₹200 off, so you pay ₹800.

MRP (Maximum Retail Price) is the highest price a product can be sold at - printed on the package. Selling price is what you actually pay in the store. Discounts are usually calculated on selling price, not MRP. Example: Product with MRP ₹500 might be on sale at ₹350 (actual selling price). A "20% discount" applies to ₹350, not ₹500. Always verify the base price before calculating discount - retailers sometimes artificially increase MRP to show larger discounts.

Multiple discounts are applied sequentially, NOT added together. Example: ₹1,000 with 20% + 10% discounts: Step 1: ₹1,000 - 20% = ₹800; Step 2: ₹800 - 10% = ₹720. Total savings = ₹280 (28% effective), NOT 30%. The second discount applies to the already-discounted price. Always calculate sequentially for accurate final price, not by adding percentages.

Typical "good" discounts vary by category: Electronics: 15-30% is typical, above 40% may indicate older models; Clothing: 30-50% common during sales, up to 70% end-of-season; Appliances: 10-25% typical, 35%+ watch for quality issues; Groceries: 5-15% regular, 20-30% during festivals. Context matters - an unusual 70% discount might mean the product is being discontinued or has defects. Compare with competitor prices to verify real savings.

Savings percentage = (Amount Saved / Original Price) × 100. Example: Original ₹1,000, final ₹750, savings ₹250. Savings % = (250 / 1000) × 100 = 25%. This is different from the discount rate offered - if discount was "30% off" but only applied to part of the price, actual savings may be less. Always calculate actual savings to verify the deal is as good as advertised.

Yes, GST is calculated on the final discounted price, not the original price. Example: Product ₹1,000 with 20% discount = ₹800. GST at 18% = ₹800 × 18% = ₹144. Total = ₹944 (not ₹1,000 + 18% GST). The discount reduces the tax base, so you benefit twice - once from lower price, and again from lower tax. Use our GST Calculator to compute tax on final prices for accurate billing.

"Buy 1 Get 1" (B1G1) is equivalent to 50% off IF both items have the same price. If items have different prices, discount is: (Lower Price / Both Prices) × 100. Example: B1G1 on shirts - ₹500 each = (500 / 1000) × 100 = 50% off. But if ₹500 + ₹300 shirts: (300 / 800) × 100 = 37.5% effective discount. Always calculate based on actual item prices, not assumed prices.

Yes, 10-15% discount on small purchases adds up. Example: ₹100 items with 15% discount = ₹15 saved. Doesn't seem much, but 20 such purchases = ₹300 saved annually. For regular shopping, cumulative discounts significantly reduce annual spending. Use cashback apps, loyalty programs, and coupons consistently - small savings compound. Rule of thumb: If discount takes less than 1 minute to apply, it's worth claiming.
Quick Tips
  • Always calculate final price - don't assume percentages add up
  • Verify base price before calculating - watch for inflated MRP
  • Include GST/taxes in final price
  • Compare unit prices on bulk deals
  • Multiple discounts apply sequentially
  • Track cumulative savings over time
Disclaimer
This calculator shows basic discount calculations. Actual prices vary by retailer and include GST/taxes, shipping, and other charges. Always verify final amounts with the seller.
Learn More

Discount Types: Percentage discounts (most common), flat discounts, bulk discounts, seasonal sales, and coupon codes.

Smart Shopping: Compare original prices, check for fake discounts on inflated MRP, combine coupons with sales.

Layered Discounts: Multiple discounts apply sequentially, not additively. Calculate step by step.

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